-Mexico is facing unprecedented turmoil in major cities following a special operation that killed Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes,
the feared leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of North America’s most notorious drug trafficking organizations.
El Mencho was severely wounded in an operation on Sunday and later died from his injuries.
He was among the world’s most wanted criminals, with a $20 million bounty issued by the United States.
Reports indicate that U.S. intelligence may have played a supporting role in the operation carried out by Mexican special forces.His death, however, has triggered widespread unrest.
The CJNG has retaliated against key targets, including airports, government buildings, fuel stations, banks, and other strategic locations. Clashes continue,
highlighting the cartel’s significant capabilities, as its members include former Mexican military and intelligence personnel who provide tactical and protective expertise.
The crisis has also impacted preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which Mexico is co-hosting.
Many fans have begun returning tickets for matches that were scheduled to take place in Mexican cities.
Background: Security Forces and CJNGThe events trace back to 2020, when CJNG attempted to assassinate Omar García Harfuch, a top Mexican intelligence officer and security expert.
On June 2020, 28 gunmen attacked García Harfuch’s armored vehicle in central Mexico City, firing three bullets. He survived the attack unharmed.
Five years later, García Harfuch was appointed Mexico’s national Minister of Security and Public Protection,
granting him broad authority to combat drug cartels, including CJNG.
Leveraging his deep intelligence experience, he launched an aggressive campaign against organized crime.
Hailing from a family with Lebanese and Mexican heritage, García Harfuch continues a legacy of public service in national security.
His leadership culminated in the operation that ultimately eliminated El Mencho, marking a historic achievement in Mexico’s ongoing battle against organized crime.
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